247 | Directing Fundamentals That Make You a Better Writer (ft. Rob Spera)
The Screenwriting Life with Meg LeFauve and Lorien McKenna
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The Art of Conflict in Storytelling
This chapter explores the essential role of conflict in storytelling from a director's perspective, emphasizing how obstacles reveal a character's true nature. The discussion highlights the importance of active character engagement with challenges, the necessity of crafting multiple viable outcomes, and the dynamics between writers and directors. By focusing on character motivations and the collaborative nature of filmmaking, the speakers advocate for a respectful and constructive creative process.
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